Diary, Jan. 1, 1781, in Edward Morgan, A Brief History of the Life and Labours of the Rev. T. Charles, A.B., Late of Bala, Merionethshire (London: Hamilton, Seeley, Hatchard, et al., 1828), p. 74

My heart, unless it deceives me, desires supremely and continually no other glory, honour, or happiness than what is to be found in God's service. He is a good Master. I love his service. Lord, nail mine ears to the door…